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[り(理)]
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noun

English Meaning(s) for 理

noun
  1. reason; principle; logic
  2. general principle (as opposed to individual concrete phenomenon)
  3. (in neo-Confucianism) the underlying principles of the cosmos
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Definition and Synonyms for 理

Law a rule or body of rules of conduct inherent in human nature and essential to or binding upon human society
Synonyms: 天則, 法則, 理, 理, 自然律, 自然法

Meanings for each kanji in 理

» logic; arrangement; reason; justice; truth

Categories 理 is a member of

Conception an abstract or general idea inferred or derived from specific instances
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Sample Sentences for 理

Give the devil his due.
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What he said in his interview makes sense.
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From an objective viewpoint, his argument was far from rational.
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His words sound reasonable.
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It stands to reason that he should apologize to her.
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